For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 428 students in Gila Bend, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in Gila Bend, AZ are Kiser Elementary School and Gila Bend Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gila Bend, AZ public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Gila Bend have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Gila Bend, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38739 W I 8
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2588
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2588
Gr: PK-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Gila Bend Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
308 N Martin Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2225
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2225
Gr: PK-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Gila Bend, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Gila Bend, AZ include Kiser Elementary School and Gila Bend Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Gila Bend?
2 public preschools are located in Gila Bend.
What is the racial composition of students in Gila Bend?
Gila Bend public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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